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    Saving the best for last

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 25/03/2021

    » After spending a couple of late morning hours exploring Photharam on my foldable e-bicycle, I found myself on an islet on the Mae Klong River that runs past the west side of the business district of this old town in Ratchaburi province. The seafood phad kaphrao and rice I had bought for breakfast but didn't have time to eat still looked tempting. With the cool tree shade, the refreshing river breeze and the tranquil natural surrounding, it was a splendid lunch.

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    Natural born killers

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 25/02/2021

    » 'That's a peacock mantis," said Wissarut Sukhaket as he saw me observing a dull-looking little fellow in a nursery box at the Tropical Insect Sanctuary in Nakhon Ratchasima's Pak Chong district. "Want to know why it got such a name?"

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    Vala Hua Hin − Nu Chapter Hotels

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 07/01/2021

    » Launched in the middle of September, this new boutique resort is a member of SLH (Small Luxury Hotels of the World). With a modern design that makes the most of its natural surroundings, be it the sunshine or sea breeze, this place is another commendable holiday haven in this part of the sandy coastline that runs from Cha-am to Hua Hin. The property is made up of 97 guest rooms and pool villas, ranging in sizes from 46m² to 107m².

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    Honouring a legend

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 26/11/2020

    » It's that time of year again, and Kanchanaburi's River Khwai Bridge Week is back, starting this Friday and continuing until Dec 6.

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    The Bayview Hotel, Pattaya

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 26/11/2020

    » This property in Central Pattaya is one of five Sukosol hotels, three of which are in the resort city and the other two in Bangkok. It has 260 rooms and suites.

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    X2 Pattaya Oceanphere

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 29/10/2020

    » One of Habitat Hospitality's properties, this resort 20km or so from South Pattaya is frequented by celebrities, YouTubers and holidaymakers seeking luxury hideaways, despite the fact that it is not located beachside.

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    X2 Vibe Pattaya Seaphere

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 15/10/2020

    » Ban Amphoe, an up-and-coming beach destination south of Pattaya and Jomtien, reminds many people of what its famous neighbours used to be like decades ago. This boutique hotel in the area is popular among Thai holidaymakers, thanks partly to its modern design and good value for money. It offers Deluxe rooms (35m²) and Corner Suites (55m²). From some of the units, despite the fact that the property is about 150m from the beach, you can get a distant view of the sea.

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    Humble museum holds keys to past

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 10/09/2020

    » Entering the main hall of Chiang Saen National Museum in its namesake border town 64km or so northeast of Chiang Rai downtown, I was greeted by three beautiful seated Buddha images from the 16th century. Each had a pretty chubby body and a round face with a prominent chin and a closed-lips smile, typical of Chiang Saen, aka Lanna, style.

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    Great outdoors calling? Then get out to Bitec

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 17/09/2020

    » If you're a golfer, a scuba diver or an addict of outdoor activities hunting for new gear, it's wise to wait until next month when the Thailand Golf & Dive Expo and the Traveller Expo take place.

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    Keeping a tradition alive

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 20/08/2020

    » In the northern province of Lamphun, there is a tradition that's found nowhere else.

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